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Family-Based Immigration Attorneys in Tampa

Connecting Loved Ones in Tampa, Orlando & Jacksonville

No one should be separated from their loved ones and being apart from family
is one of the biggest challenges faced by immigrants to the United States.
Emotional distress, financial hardships, and difficulty communicating
can all prevent a family separated by borders from feeling complete in
their new country. The Tampa immigration lawyers at Dehra Miotke are proud
to advocate for our clients and provide guidance during this difficult time.

A foreign national can immigrate to the United States through a relative
who is a citizen or lawful permanent resident by proving that they are
related and that the immigrant family member can be supported at 125%
above the federal poverty line. Our lawyers understand how complex and
difficult immigration law can be, which is why we provide zealous, aggressive
legal counsel once a client retains our services. Our extensive experience
allows our firm to navigate these complicated rules and regulations to
pursue a positive outcome.

Are you wondering if family-based immigration is the right option? Speak
with Dehra Miotke by calling (813) 221-0733 today. We are committed
to service and can provide assistance in Spanish, Hindi, Urdu, and Punjabi.

Eligibility for Family-Based Immigration

Family-based immigration is one of the most misunderstood aspects of United
States immigration law. The Department of State has created two separate
categories of family-based visas, depending on the relationship of the
applicant with a current citizen or permanent resident. Each of these
has different eligibility requirements and require a Tampa immigration
lawyer to effectively handle the application process.

To be eligible for unlimited family-based immigration, an applicant must
have a relationship to a U.S. citizen, specifically a:

Child under the age of 21

Spouse

Widow

Parent

In addition to these relationships, an immigrant who previously resided
in the United States under Legal Permanent Resident status can apply to
return to the U.S. after living abroad for at least one year.

These family members can apply for limited family-based immigration in
the following order of priority:

Unmarried children (over the age of 21) of a U.S. citizen

Spouses and unmarried children (under the age of 21) of a lawful permanent resident

Married children of U.S. citizens

Siblings of adult U.S. citizens

If a relative is eligible for a limited or unlimited family-based immigration,
the first step is to submit an I-130 Form, Petition for Alien Relative,
along with proof of relationship. When this petition is approved, the
U.S. citizen can apply for an immigrant visa number on behalf of their
loved one when a number becomes available.

How International Adoptions Affect Citizenship

It is common for families to adopt children from outside the United States.
These international adoptions can be lengthy and expensive. Working with
a Tampa immigration attorney can put all of the necessary components into
place, including determining eligibility for international adoption, ensuring
the child can be adopted, and aiding in filing the necessary legal documents.
Our law firm can help prevent legal and financial stress, and bring families together.

Zealous Family-Based Immigration Lawyers in Tampa

There are extensive rules and regulations associated with filing a family-based
petition that can be virtually impossible to handle alone. The team at
Dehra Miotke aggressively stands up for your interests and helps to achieve
your immigration goals. We are committed to providing efficient, cost-effective
solutions for both uncommon and routine immigration goals.

The Tampa family-based immigration lawyers at our firm aggressively stand
up for the right of citizens and permanent residents to bring their loved
ones to the United States. Reach out to us at (813) 221-0733.

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